Ex-PM Bennett Urged to Form Zionist Government with Netanyahu, Eisenkot
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Shvut Ra'anan, co-founder of the Forum of Reserve Soldiers' Wives, urged former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett to form a broad Zionist government including Likud and Religious Zionism. She argued against a coalition relying on ultra-Orthodox parties that would grant conscription exemptions, calling it detrimental to national security. Ra'anan called on Bennett to work with Gadi Eisenkot, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Bezalel Smotrich to create a unified government, referencing his past difficult political decisions.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Shvut Ra'anan urged Naftali Bennett to form a Zionist government with Netanyahu, Eisenkot, and Smotrich.
- She warned against a coalition with ultra-Orthodox parties granting conscription exemptions.
- Ra'anan called for a "true alliance of servants" prioritizing security contributors.
- She referenced Bennett's past decision to form a government against promises for the state's needs.
- Ra'anan asked Bennett not to abandon his "Revolution of Servants" plan for coalition reasons.
Shvut Ra'anan, a co-founder of the Forum of Reserve Soldiers' Wives, has appealed to former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett to form a broad "Zionist government" that includes the Likud and Religious Zionism parties. Ra'anan urged Bennett to prioritize a coalition with these parties over one that relies on ultra-Orthodox parties, which she warned would grant an exemption from military conscription to yeshiva students.
In a personal appeal, Ra'anan expressed confidence in Bennett's ability to bridge divides among Zionist parties, stating, "Naftali, this is a personal and sharp call, stemming from the belief that you are the right person to create a correction at this time." She cautioned against forming a government "squeezed by non-Zionist or even anti-Zionist forces," arguing that such a coalition, which would grant conscription exemptions, would be "much more severe" than a complex but necessary Zionist government.
Ra'anan called for the establishment of a "true alliance of servants" that prioritizes those who bear the burden of security. She criticized individuals who refuse to enlist during wartime and argued that ultra-Orthodox autonomy should not come at the expense of national security needs. She reminded Bennett of his past decision to form a government against his election promises, citing the needs of the state, and urged him to make another difficult political decision now.
Referencing Bennett's "Revolution of Servants" plan, Ra'anan implored him not to compromise its principles for coalition considerations. She specifically called on Bennett to collaborate with Gadi Eisenkot, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Bezalel Smotrich to find common ground for a government. "You are a seasoned politician. Lead and help Gadi, Bibi, and Smotrich find a good basis with you for a Zionist government," she wrote, urging them to overcome mutual distrust.
Ra'anan emphasized that both the Likud and Religious Zionism are essential components of the "alliance of servants" and that election results necessitate cooperation. She concluded by expressing hope that Bennett would prevent the formation of a government that contradicts his commitments to the serving public, believing in his ability to "do the right thing for the State of Israel and the serving public."
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